26-29 de agosto

¡Hola Familias!

We had an excellent second week of school! The kids have been comfortably getting into routines and are able to answer more and more questions in Spanish. We also had a wonderful opening Convocation ceremony to celebrate the new school year--it was great seeing so many of you there!

Here are some highlights from our week:

Bible: We are continuing to study the seven days of la creación, including el sol, la luna, las estrellas, los pájaros, y los peces (sun, moon, stars, birds, and fish)! 

Reading: This week we studied the letters and sounds made by D, E, F, and G. We also learned about las vocales (a, e, i, o, and u) and the difference between una persona and una cosa (person vs. thing).

Writing: We learned how letters are everywhere! Help your child spot letters in your house, in the car, and everywhere you go. We also drew and wrote about our familias.

Math: This week we practiced writing and saying poems for numbers 3, 4, 5, and 6, as well as new math games and activities.

Science: We are starting to learn about mis cinco sentidos, or my five senses. This week we did some introduction activities, and next week we'll learn about the sense of touch!

Immersion Tip of the Week

One technique I use to encourage students to produce language, even when their vocabulary is limited, is called "circling". For example, I'll ask "sí-no" questions, such as: "Is this ball big?" "Is this a pencil?" Then, I'll ask "either-or" questions, such as: "Is this a Bible or a notebook?" "Is this book red or blue?" "Is the boy happy or sad?" This helps students hear more vocabulary and feel successful because they can understand and answer questions correctly. (For more great information, check out the "Myth vs. Fact" infograph on the right!)

Reading Tip of the Week
When you're reading a new book to your child this weekend, talk about the pictures you see on the title page. Ask, "What do you think this book will be about? Why do you think that?" Make predictions together. Most of all, have fun!

Announcements/Upcoming Dates to Remember:

Volunteer Background Check - To ensure the safety of our students at all times and in all places at Rose Park we ask that all adults be granted clearance prior to having access to students. Anyone who desires to assist students, chaperone a field trip or supervise in a classroom at Rose Park must stop in the school office and fill out a short background check form.  Mrs. Steenwyk and Mrs. Chase have that form for you. Please also have your driver's license as they will need to make a copy of it.  Mrs. Rynsburger is happy to answer any questions you have about the process or results. All results remain confidential. Thank you!

Homecoming 2019 Family Event 

We love seeing as many of you possible back here on campus for our annual Homecoming Event, this year on Friday, September 13. It’s an all-ages community event, from high school students, elementary and preschool kids, young parents and grandparents, all gathering together to share a meal together, enjoy each others’ company, and then cheering the football team on. Just like before, the picnic dinner and children’s activities, including bouncy houses, lawn games and crafts, start at 5 pm, then the varsity football game against Unity Christian begins at 7 pm. Can't get enough of the HC love? Tickets also include admission to the Varsity Volleyball game vs. Unity at 4:30. The cost is $8 per person in advance, including both dinner and game, and tickets are available online at hollandchristian.org/homecoming-tickets, or at the HCS administration office. Or it’s $10 per person  on the day of the event. Note: Preschool & kindergarten families, look for an email from our Preschool Director on how you can join us for free as our way to welcome you to the HC community!

Adios for now! Check out more fotos below: